Texas A&M College of Education & Human Development

09/03/2026

This hurricane season, the Gulf Coast is becoming a hands-on learning environment for future weather scientists.

Dr. Dae Seok Chai of Department of Educational Administration & Human Resource Development is exploring how fieldwork can strengthen STEM career readiness. In collaboration with Florida State University, meteorology students will use mobile radar to study coastal weather while Chai examines which parts of the experience have the greatest impact.

With similar storms frequently affecting Texas, this work can help communities better understand and respond to severe weather. Read more: tx.ag/STEMWeather

09/02/2026

What does it take to become an unbreakable leader?

Dr. Mark LaSota of the Texas A&M Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management is helping answer that question through his teaching and research beyond the classroom. This year, he co-authored the latest edition of one of the field's leading sport leadership textbooks and shared his personal and professional insights on leadership at TEDxTAMU.

Watch Dr. LaSota’s presentation on how unbreakable leaders find a way: tx.ag/LaSotaTED

08/31/2026

Building global partnerships takes years of service, mentorship and collaboration.

Dr. Beverly J. Irby was recently awarded the highest distinction by Grigol Robakidze University (GRUNI) in the country of Georgia — Alma Mater's Distinguished Honoree. The award recognizes her nearly decade-long commitment to strengthening educational partnerships between Texas A&M University and GRUNI.

Through initiatives such as the Paths to Publication program and ongoing faculty and graduate student mentorship, Dr. Irby has supported scholarly development, international collaboration and educator preparation efforts that extend across borders.

We are proud to celebrate this recognition and the meaningful collaboration between GRUNI and Texas A&M, including our Education Leadership Research Center (ELRC) and Center for Research & Development in Dual Language & Literacy Acquisition (CRDLLA).

08/28/2026

Looking for a high-quality early learning environment for your child?

The Texas A&M Children's Centers currently have limited Fall 2026 openings available for prekindergarten, preschool and children ages 12-18 months.

Contact Dr. Erica Ritter at [email protected] if you are interested or want to learn more.

08/27/2026

David Jahn didn’t come to Texas A&M to become a teacher.

After finding his calling, he applied for our Graduate Certification Program, where he gained the preparation, mentorship and confidence to lead and inspire students in and out of the classroom.

If you’ve ever considered teaching but didn’t earn an education degree, this flexible online and on-campus program is designed with you in mind.

Application deadline for Spring 2027 is October 20.

Apply and learn more: tx.ag/GCPJahn

08/26/2026

The role of artificial intelligence, data and technology in agriculture continues to grow, and Dr. Tugce Aldemir of the Texas A&M Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture wants rural students to be part of that future.

With funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER award, Aldemir is helping middle school students and educators in Caldwell ISD and Brenham ISD investigate real-world agricultural challenges using AI, environmental sensors, and scientific exploration, turning local knowledge into opportunities for STEM learning and innovation.

Read more: tx.ag/AldemirAgSTEM

08/20/2026

08/19/2026

Back-to-school time is underway! 🎒📚

As children adjust to new classrooms and routines, parents can ease the transition by practicing skills at home. The Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education offers simple activities that can build a child's confidence and encourage healthy habits as they learn and grow.

Read more: tx.ag/PrepForSchool

08/19/2026

For Emma Marroquin ’28, working at Aggie STEM - Texas A&M University in the Texas A&M College of Education & Human Development wasn’t just a summer job. It was a chance to experience her future career.

As a Math and Science Education major, Emma joined Aggie STEM hoping to inspire young students to see themselves in STEM. Along the way, she gained hands-on experience working with elementary students, adapting activities for different ages, training and leading counselors, and helping bring weeks of camp programming to life.

“My goal was for every camper to feel excited, capable, and known.”

And her impact didn’t go unnoticed.

“Emma went above and beyond to make sure Aggie STEM day camp was successful,” shared Dr. Melanie Kinskey. “Her insights and contributions were so valuable and having her on the Aggie STEM day camp team is a dream come true!”

From watching campers program robotic arms with the Texas A&M Space Institute to hearing that a camper went home excited to keep coding, Emma got to see firsthand what can happen when young people are given the opportunity to explore their interests.

For Texas A&M students like Emma, camp is a place to lead, learn, grow, and put what they’re studying into practice. And for the campers looking up to them, that impact can last well beyond summer.

08/17/2026

From helping young children build literacy skills to preparing students for an AI-driven future, researchers at our Texas A&M Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture are translating research into meaningful solutions for schools and communities.

Explore how TLAC faculty are advancing education through research that supports learners, educators and families at every stage of life.

Read more: tx.ag/TLACResearch